Schools
1
Lowest Tuition
$9,000
per year
Avg Acceptance Rate
30%
English Programs
Yes
Essentials for US Students
Visa / Permit
US citizens can enter Colombia visa-free for up to 90 days. For full degree programs, apply for a Migrant Visa (student category) through the Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website. Your university will assist with documentation.
Application Tip
Universidad de los Andes is Colombia's most internationally recognized university and is rapidly rising in global rankings. Bogotá has transformed significantly over the past decade into a vibrant, modern capital. Programs are primarily in Spanish.
Tuition Overview
Universidad de los Andes charges approximately COP 20,000,000–35,000,000/semester (~$5,000–$8,700 USD) — among Latin America's higher-priced private institutions, but still a fraction of US elite university costs.
Scholarships to Explore
Universidad de los Andes offers merit-based partial scholarships. Colfuturo provides loans and scholarships for Colombian students returning from abroad, but also supports some international students. The LASPAU program facilitates partnerships with US universities.
- ✓Merit Scholarship
- ✓Need-based Grants
About Studying in Colombia as a US Student
There is 1 university in Colombia featured in this directory, led by Universidad de los Andes (ranked #251 globally by QS). Tuition for international students starts at $9,000/yr, with an average acceptance rate of approximately 30% across all schools. English-medium programs are available, making Colombia accessible without prior language training for many degrees.